Sales Specification Manager

Company: Chemelex
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Location: Washington
Job Description:

We are looking for an experienced Specification Manager to drive growth through consultant engagement, specification influence and strong pipeline development across the commercial UK HVAC market.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

This is an exciting opportunity to take ownership of a specification-led territory role, building relationships, identifying projects early, and turning opportunities into specification success across the commercial UK HVAC market.

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with consultants, specifiers, contractors, key decision-makers and channel partners across the territory.
  • Identify, qualify and develop project opportunities, building a robust pipeline of specification-led business.
  • Influence specifications by providing relevant technical guidance, application knowledge and supporting materials.
  • Take ownership of opportunities from initial engagement through to specification development and project progression.
  • Maintain accurate and timely records in SFDC, ensuring meeting activity, pipeline status, notes and next actions are always clear and up to date.
  • Build a strong understanding of each live project, including scope, application, stakeholders, timeline and commercial potential.
  • Thrive in an autonomous role, using initiative and commercial judgement to create momentum and deliver growth within the territory.

YOU WILL HAVE:

  • Proven experience in specification sales within the commercial UK HVAC market.
  • A strong track record of building relationships with specifying consultants, contractors, distributors and other key commercial stakeholders.
  • Existing industry relationships, together with the ability to open new doors and develop new project opportunities.
  • Experience managing a live CRM or sales funnel, with a disciplined approach to pipeline visibility, follow-up and opportunity progression.
  • Commercial and technical capability to support RFQ activity, including interpreting project requirements, preparing BOMs and cost models, and helping shape the most appropriate solution.
  • The ability to coordinate technical and commercial inputs to produce accurate, timely and well-aligned proposals and submittals.
  • Strong collaboration and influencing skills, with the ability to work effectively across internal teams, external partners and the distributor network.
  • The ability to assess project potential, understand customer requirements and convert market activity into qualified opportunities.
  • Clear written and verbal communication skills, with the confidence to deliver presentations, proposals and technical discussions in a professional and compelling way.
  • A proactive, self-starting approach, with the organization and commercial judgement to manage opportunities through to a successful outcome.
  • This is a field-based role with regular travel across the territory and occasional overnight stays as required. A full UK driving license is essential.
  • Experience using Salesforce.com, or an equivalent CRM platform, to maintain accurate records, manage pipeline activity and support effective opportunity follow-up.

WE OFFER:

  • A well-established global business with strong brands, quality products and ambitious growth plans.
  • A pragmatic, supportive and commercially focused culture where you can make a genuine impact.
  • The autonomy to take ownership of your territory, backed by experienced colleagues and ongoing support.
  • Product training, professional development and opportunities to grow your career.
  • A competitive package and benefits designed to support our employees.
  • A values-led business built around integrity, customer focus, teamwork, accountability and innovation.

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Posted: November 9th, 2026